Indian Minister's Hand-Knotted Persian Carpet from Germany
9x12 foot hand-knotted silk Persian carpet for the Minister's family living room. Duty-free entry under HTS 9806.00.40 for personal diplomatic residence use per State Department certification. Heirloom quality floor covering.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Professional rug rolling for transport; State Dept floor plan verification
• Mothproofing treatment documentation
• Residential installation exclusively